Introduction: Today, we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday on the 2nd Sunday of Easter. God’s mercy for his people has its purest expression in the sacrifice of God’s beloved son. God’s mercy continues to flow into our world and into all creation until the end of time. We pray that we may be merciful and forgiving to others, sharing the precious gift of mercy that God gives us.
Priest - Penitential rite:
Lord Jesus, your resurrection stands as the great sign of the Father’s love.
Christ Jesus, you give us new birth and living hope. Lord Jesus, you give us your Easter peace.
Priest: God’s mercy endures forever; his love is everlasting. Assured of God’s eternal love and mercy, we pray for those in need of his love and mercy today:
1. That we the Church may be an instrument of God’s mercy wherever and whenever it is needed in our world, we pray to the Lord.
2. That the peace the risen Lord offered his first disciples reign over the whole world, particularly in places afflicted by war, violence, conflict, or strife, we pray to the Lord.
3. For recovery and renewal in communities recovering from natural disasters. We pray to the Lord.
4. For the men of our community who came into the Church at Easter. That the witness of their new faith may serve as an inspiration to us, we pray to the Lord.
5. For Christians everywhere, that we may recognize the Lord in our midst: in God’s holy word, in the Eucharist, in those around us, and in all those in need, we pray to the Lord.
6. For healing for the sick and the afflicted, for those battling addictions and mental health issues, we pray to the Lord.
7. For our loved ones and family members who have died, for their entry into enteral life, we pray to the Lord.
8. For the prayers we hold in our hearts, we pray to the Lord.
Priest: Merciful God, hear our prayers for all in need. Kindle our own generosity so that we may share the blessing you bestow upon us, through your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, our risen Lord forever and ever.
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